GAC Trumpchi's new second-generation GS8 was officially listed in Nansha, Guangzhou, priced at 186,800 yuan to 246,800 yuan, a total of 6 models, two kinds of power, to provide consumers with a variety of model choices.
It is more affordable to have a courtesy for new cars
In addition to announcing the price of the new car conference, 6 preferential policies were also announced, which can be described as full of sincerity.
Ultra-long warranty: 5 years or 150,000 kilometers vehicle warranty;
Battery worry-free gift: In addition to the 8-year or 200,000-kilometer warranty policy for power batteries, the first owner (except for operation) can enjoy the power battery guarantee of "unlimited years and unlimited mileage";
Financial gifts: as low as 0 down payment, enjoy 12-60 periods of low interest rate scheme, up to 5000 yuan financial discount;
Replacement gift: the whole brand enjoys a replacement subsidy of 5,000 yuan;
Traffic gift: lifetime free basic traffic, 3 years free entertainment traffic (4G/month);
Worry-free travel gift: 5 years of free roadside assistance service.
Hybrid is the highlight
Under the background of the dual-carbon strategy, GAC Trumpchi has clarified the development strategy of "hybridization + intelligence" dual-core drive, with the goal of achieving hybridization of all models in 2025, and the proportion of hybrid sales in 2030 will exceed 60%, challenging to achieve carbon neutrality in 2045. The new second-generation GS8 is based on the GPMA-L platform of GAC Global Platform Modular Architecture, and is the first landing model of GAC Trumpchi Hybrid + Intelligent Dual-Core Drive Strategy. It is also the first high-end SUV built by GAC Trumpchi.
From the perspective of energy saving and emission reduction, hybrid can be described as a more suitable choice at present. It is reported that GAC Group began to independently develop GMC hybrid system as early as 2009, and has accumulated considerable development experience so far. In addition to the self-developed system, GAC Group has also introduced Toyota's new fourth-generation THS hybrid system, which has gained more than 18 million users worldwide, and is safe, reliable and trustworthy.
The new second-generation GS8 Dual Engine Series is the first Chinese brand model equipped with Toyota's fourth-generation THS hybrid technology and the first power combination of the 2.0T+THS hybrid system.
Among them, the 2.0T adopts the third-generation Miller cycle engine 2.0TM independently developed by GAC, which has a maximum power of 140kW, a maximum torque of 320Nm and a maximum thermal efficiency of 40.23%. As for the fourth generation of THS system is also a very new product, the integrated parallel shaft arrangement of high speed, high power density dual motors, of which the front drive motor maximum power of 134kW, the maximum torque of 270Nm.
Thanks to this power combination, the new second-generation GS8 dual engine series has an acceleration time of 6.9s from 0-100km/h, a fuel consumption of 5.3L/100km under NEDC conditions, and under normal conditions, a full tank of fuel can run more than 1000km, and a tank of fuel can travel up to 2022 km under extreme test conditions.
In addition, the second generation of the Pilot series fuel version of the GS8, which is equipped with julang power high-power 2.0T GDI engine + Aisin's third-generation 8AT powertrain, and then matches the AVDC shadow rider function to form a golden dynamic control combination, starting response, shifting smoothness, are N times stronger than the previous generation GS8!
There are some "I" in luxury cars
In addition to hybrid technology, many of the technology configurations of the new second-generation GS8 are even beyond luxury brands. For example, the AR-HUD (head-up display function) of the same model as the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, and the AVDC shadow rider function (GAC Adaptive Vehicle Dynamic Control System) that is more powerful than the BMW DSC, have enabled the new second-generation GS8 to achieve a comprehensive leapfrog in terms of technology configuration.
In addition, compared with the previous generation GS8, the overall driving comfort of the new second-generation GS8 has increased by 24%, the steering response has increased by 28.3%, the braking system stiffness has increased by 30%, the braking efficiency has been increased by 5%, the response time of the four-wheel drive system has been increased by 25%, and the handling performance has also been improved.
In terms of appearance, the whole vehicle adopts the design language of "Star Diamond Diamond Shadow", inspired by diamond cutting, and upgrades the quality of details. The front face adopts the "Spread Wings" and "Dragon Scale Wings" grilles, coupled with the "Eye of Conquest" headlights, showing a kind of king's grandeur and majestic momentum.
In terms of interior, the new second-generation GS8 also gives a sense of high-end and luxury. 12.3-inch dashboard + 14.6-inch central control screen, human body mechanics diamond shadow quilted leather seat, in addition to comfort, to bring consumers a luxurious feeling. Soft cladding, TPO eco-friendly materials, PM1 air conditioning filters and plasma generators also create a cockpit for healthy travel.
Thanks to the GPMA-L platform, the new second-generation GS8 is 4980/1950/1780mm in length, width and height, and wheelbase is 2920mm, making the interior space spacious and comfortable. In particular, the two-row seat backrest has an 8-speed adjustment and has an adjustable range of 131°, which is an extremely wide "Queen's Recliner".
In the editor's view, the new second-generation GS8 not only has improvements in all aspects, but also represents the challenge of GAC Trumpchi in the new energy market segment.
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